Auschwitz Tour
Auschwitz Concentration Camp Official Tour & Tickets
Prepare for a profound experience as you embark on a guided tour through the Auschwitz Concentration Camp, encompassing both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Throughout this 7 to 7.5-hour tour, you'll gain invaluable insights into the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. Your visit will be led by an expert guide who will provide historical context and guide you through the heart-wrenching exhibits and locations.
Our tour ensures your visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is informative, educational, and hassle-free. We provide a well-organized itinerary, admission, and punctual transportation, all designed to make your experience seamless and enlightening.
Tour Schedule
- Departure: Meet your group at the meeting point in the historic center of Kraków and board a comfortable air-conditioned coach.
- Auschwitz I: Explore Auschwitz I, witnessing its poignant exhibitions and reflecting on its grim past.
- Auschwitz II: After a short break, continue to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, where you'll experience the scale of this extermination camp.
- Return: Depart Auschwitz, your heart heavy with history, and return to the initial meeting point in Kraków.
Auschwitz I: Reflecting on Atrocities
Your journey begins with a visit to Auschwitz I, the main camp. Here, you'll witness the grim history through the poignant exhibitions that have been thoughtfully curated to provide a comprehensive understanding of the events that unfolded. As you walk through the camp, the authentic artifacts and preserved areas will bring the chilling reality of the Holocaust into stark focus. Your guide, well-versed in the history and context, will provide insightful commentary, allowing you to engage on a deeper level with the tragic past.
Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Grasping the Scale
Auschwitz II-Birkenau, located just a short distance away, is a site that encapsulates the vastness of the horror that took place. As you traverse the grounds, the remains of the barracks, train tracks, and gas chambers stand as silent witnesses to the unimaginable suffering. Your guide will reveal the harrowing stories of the victims, offering a glimpse into the daily life and hardships faced in this death camp.
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Important
- Visits to the camp are only permitted with authorized guides, not external ones. Your reservation will be confirmed once the camp assigns a guide, which will happen by 3 pm the day before your visit.
- All operators need a minimum group to be able to access the camp with a guide, so sometimes, in case the minimum group is not reached, the activity could be cancelled or rescheduled.
- On our side, tickets, and guide are locked in as soon as the minimum group is reached, but in case of last minute bookings, there might not be guides available, and the activity might be cancelled.
- Tickets are nominative, and only one change per reservation is allowed. This change can affect no more than 10% of the participants.
More Information
Duration
7h - 7h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport in an air–conditioned coach
English–speaking guide
Skip–the–line admission to Auschwitz–Birkenau Concentration Camps
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- Reusable headsets are used.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why can't I reserve the tour on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April?
A - It is not possible to visit Auschwitz on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April, as those dates are reserved for visits by concentration camp survivors and family members.
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Q - How will we ensure we can hear the explainations during the tour?
A - All visitors will be given headphones to follow the tour.
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Q - Are there any restrictions on bags or personal belongings inside Auschwitz?
A - Please note that visitors cannot enter Auschwitz Museum with a backpack or handbag larger than 30x20x10cm (11 in x 8 in x 4 in). You can either leave it on the bus or store it at the museum’s checkroom.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Depending on the date, time, or language selected, this tour may be offered by different local suppliers: Krakow Booking Corporate name: ETG Poland s.c. Marcin Gil, Dariusz Żelazny Registered Office: Berka Joselewicza 26, Krakow, Poland Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PL6751524244 Contact information Email: booking@krakowbooking.com Phone: +48576570617 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws. Supercracow Corporate name: Michaels Group Michał Ciężadło Registered Office: st. Grzegórzecka 69C/92, Krakow, Poland Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PL6751254678 Contact information Email: booking@supercracow.com Phone: +48796556969 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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Q - What should we bring on the tour?
A - Make sure to bring your identity card or passport to get your tickets. Also, you should wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes appropriate for being outside. You should bring lunch or snacks, and you can keep it on the bus.
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Q - How long is the drive from Krakow to Auschwitz, and is there a restroom stop on the way?
A - The drive from Krakow to Auschwitz takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, though it can be closer to 54 minutes via the fastest route. There are public restrooms at the Auschwitz sites.
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Q - Is lunch included, or will there be time to purchase food during the trip?
A - Lunch is not included. We recommend either bringing lunch or snacks with you and eating them on the bus before or after the visit, as food is not allowed within the grounds. You can leave your things on the bus if you prefer to eat after the visits.
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Q - Is there a dress code for visiting Auschwitz?
A - There is no strict or official dress code for Auschwitz, but visitors are expected to dress respectfully and modestly, as you would for a memorial or place of worship.
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Q - Can children join the tour, and is there a recommended minimum age?
A - Yes, children can join a tour of Auschwitz, but the recommended minimum age for visiting Auschwitz is generally 14 years old due to the sensitive and distressing nature of the content found there.
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Q - Are photos allowed inside Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau? Are there areas where photography is strictly forbidden?
A - Yes, photographs for personal use are allowed inside the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, but without flash or tripods, with the exceptions of the Victims' Hair Room in Block 4 and the basements of Block 11, where photography is strictly forbidden.
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Q - Will the tour go ahead in all weather conditions? What should I bring in case of rain or cold weather?
A - Yes, Auschwitz tours proceed in most weather conditions, be prepared for a tour that is outdoors most of the time, so you should bring comfortable, waterproof shoes and dress in layers with a waterproof coat or poncho, as well as a hat and gloves. An umbrella is also a good idea for rain.
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Q - How much walking is involved during the tour?
A - A tour of Auschwitz involves a lot of walking, several kilometers over uneven terrain, and numerous stairs, making it challenging for people with reduced mobility. There are places to sit and rest throughout the grounds.
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Q - Can visitors remain longer at the site after the guided tour, or must they leave with the group?
A - No, you must stay with your guided group during the tour.
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Q - What makes Auschwitz II-Birkenau different from Auschwitz I, and why is it important to visit both sites?
A - Visiting both sites is important to fully understand the heart-wrenching process that victims were forced to endure. We'll spend 3.5 hours at each camp site during the tour.
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Q - How much time will we spend during the visits to each camp?
A - Approximately 3.5 hours for both Auschwitz I and in Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 30 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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